As an artist, there is nothing worse than staring at a blank canvas, or piece of paper, and not knowing where to start. The easiest and most rewarding way to set a clear path to a successful art piece is by brainstorming. Brainstorming can take on a variety of different forms, but we’re going to […]

As many of us know, the Met Gala is a night reserved to showcase some of the most beautiful couture designs within the fashion industry. Designers choose fabrics of incredible quality, varying from chiffon to velvet, helping to raise the events glamour quotient. As beautiful as these fabrics are, other artists have been able to […]

After last year’s very rebellious punk theme, Monday night’s Met Gala raised its glamour quotient quite a few notches. The white-tie event was in keeping with the theme of this year’s Costume Institute exhibit: “Charles James: Beyond Fashion.” James was a British-born designer who was known for his structured aesthetic. As the stars of Hollywood […]

On The Way to Happily Ever After “Here is the world of imagination, hopes and dreams. In this timeless land of enchantment, of age of chivalry, magic and make-believe are reborn-and fairy tales come true” (Walt Disney) This is Disney, the “happiest place on earth” which I was introduced to at an early age, by […]

The Third Time is a Charm “They say that if you dream a thing more than once, it’s sure to come true” (Princess Aurora) I have been dreaming and designing my wedding gown in my mind, since I was a little girl, and now here I am seeing that dream come true. The third and […]

The Crowning Moment Much like the late, great animator, I too have been dreaming and working at executing those dreams just as I have envisioned them, in particular the dreams of my wedding day, which is now mere weeks away. While most would suspect that the culmination of my vision would come at the moment […]

Faҫade Academy of The Arts

Discover the Mastery of The Arts through customized programs, workshops and private classes, offering professional connections through opportunities and exposure for students of all ages. Faҫade Academy specializes in portfolio preparation, leadership training, career development, trade and technical skills in: fashion, fine arts, design and multi-media studies.